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Tue, 3 Mar 2015 16:50:16 PSTBLOX v1.01How to Make a Cool Leather Wallethttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Cool-Leather-Wallet/
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Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 18 Feb 2015 05:52:25 PSTembroidery how to: french knothttp://www.instructables.com/id/embroidery-how-to-french-knot/
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Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 9 Oct 2012 11:07:49 PDTSew a Patch on a Jackethttp://www.instructables.com/id/Sew-a-Patch-on-a-Jacket/
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Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 2 Feb 2015 12:57:01 PSTVelvet Cupcake Skirthttp://www.instructables.com/id/Velvet-Cupcake-Skirt/
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Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 21 Jan 2015 14:29:53 PSTBaby Banana Booties!http://www.instructables.com/id/Baby-Banana-Booties/
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Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 17 Jan 2015 15:37:49 PSTDrawstring Pouch From T-Shirt Sleevehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Drawstring-Pouch-From-T-Shirt-Sleeve/
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Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 6 Jan 2015 14:30:38 PSTCustom Homemade Hoodie Robe ~ Gift for Daughterhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-Homemade-Hoodie-Robe-Gift-for-Daughter/
Custom Homemade Hoodie Robe ~ Gift for Daughter - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 2 Jan 2015 20:40:55 PSTWinter Survival Hooded Blanket with many functionshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Winter-Survival-Hooded-Blanket-with-many-functions/
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http://cdn.instructables.com/FAU/R50R/I4IXAELV/FAUR50RI4IXAELV.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FAU/R50R/I4IXAELV/FAUR50RI4IXAELV.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FAU/R50R/I4IXAELV/FAUR50RI4IXAELV.SMALL.jpgsunshiineMany states are getting hit hard with extreme weather lately. Homeless shelters are full and many homeless are without shelter or warm clothing. My husband has chronic anemia and has been asking me to make him poncho to stay warm. While we were designing this hooded blanket we were thinking of way...By: sunshiine

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 6 Jan 2015 09:08:10 PSTFuzzy Footies out of Old Blankets!http://www.instructables.com/id/Fuzzy-Footies-out-of-Old-Blankets/
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http://cdn.instructables.com/FX5/F6DP/I48H8CIA/FX5F6DPI48H8CIA.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FX5/F6DP/I48H8CIA/FX5F6DPI48H8CIA.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FX5/F6DP/I48H8CIA/FX5F6DPI48H8CIA.SMALL.jpgPygmy Puff in a BeanieUsing old blankets, fuzzy winter pajamas can be made without a pattern! These warm footies are sure to impress. "Making" the Pattern For this project you will need:2 fuzzy old blanketsA sewing machine (you could hand sew this, but it would take an incredibly long amount of time)Sewing pinsScisso...By: Pygmy Puff in a Beanie

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 28 Dec 2014 14:23:37 PSTOtter will crush your soul cross stitch +patternhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Otter-will-crush-your-soul-cross-stitch-pattern/
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Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 28 Dec 2014 10:36:31 PSTEmbroidered "Rest" Pillowhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Embroidered-Rest-Pillow/
Embroidered "Rest" Pillow - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 27 Dec 2014 14:36:12 PSTHarry Potter Ravenclaw Robe Hoodiehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Harry-Potter-Ravenclaw-Robe-Hoodie/
Harry Potter Ravenclaw Robe Hoodie - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FU3/58YZ/I3XTW2DY/FU358YZI3XTW2DY.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FU3/58YZ/I3XTW2DY/FU358YZI3XTW2DY.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FU3/58YZ/I3XTW2DY/FU358YZI3XTW2DY.SMALL.jpgcaitlinsdadAccio your own Harry Potter Robe Hoodie for whatever Hogwarts House the Sorting Hat has deemed you to belong. This one is for those destined to Ravenclaw with its blue lined dark vestment and distinctive crest.This project is an Xmas gift to my niece who is a Harry Potter fan. I already gave her my...By: caitlinsdad

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 22 Dec 2014 08:24:17 PSTHow to make a hammock/swinghttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-hammockswing/
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http://cdn.instructables.com/F2I/RSAI/I3R6XYQL/F2IRSAII3R6XYQL.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F2I/RSAI/I3R6XYQL/F2IRSAII3R6XYQL.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F2I/RSAI/I3R6XYQL/F2IRSAII3R6XYQL.SMALL.jpglore.dedobbeleerIn this Instructable you will learn to make a portable swing, that you can turn into a hammock and vice-versa. Easy to take with you when you go out for a walk in the park or forest Sewing the loops. Cut out 10 strips of fabric (9cmx27cm).Fold the short sides and sew with a zigzag stich, so you o...By: lore.dedobbeleer

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 16 Dec 2014 07:53:23 PSTDouble Stuffed IKEA Pillowshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Double-Stuffed-IKEA-Pillows/
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http://cdn.instructables.com/FH7/1LUY/I3H7GROQ/FH71LUYI3H7GROQ.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FH7/1LUY/I3H7GROQ/FH71LUYI3H7GROQ.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FH7/1LUY/I3H7GROQ/FH71LUYI3H7GROQ.SMALL.jpgdlynch02132On my most recent trip to IKEA I bought 4 Slan Pillows to use in my new bed set.They weren't very substantial but they were crazy cheap ($2) and my local IKEA was out of most of the mid-range quality pillows. So I bought four of them because I'm an idiot who thought that I wasn't picky about the siz...By: dlynch02132

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 12 Dec 2014 20:02:15 PSTRoadkill Raccoon Dog Pillowhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Roadkill-Raccoon-Dog-Pillow/
Roadkill Raccoon Dog Pillow - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FI9/JJO0/I3KBTLJX/FI9JJO0I3KBTLJX.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FI9/JJO0/I3KBTLJX/FI9JJO0I3KBTLJX.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FI9/JJO0/I3KBTLJX/FI9JJO0I3KBTLJX.SMALL.jpgBeaconsfieldA very odd discussion about what various pets like to sit on eventually led to the creation of this: the roadkill dog pillow. Because what puppy doesn't like playing with dead animals? This raccoon is made with fleece so it's super soft and perfect for your dog or just your favorite chair. Materials...By: Beaconsfield

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 12 Dec 2014 11:09:10 PSTLucky Cat Heat Packhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Lucky-Cat-Heat-Pack-Stocking-Stuffer/
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Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 7 Dec 2014 12:05:46 PSTHot Pocket Snoodhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Hot-Pocket-Snood/
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http://cdn.instructables.com/FGA/WGLU/I3BH5PBJ/FGAWGLUI3BH5PBJ.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FGA/WGLU/I3BH5PBJ/FGAWGLUI3BH5PBJ.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FGA/WGLU/I3BH5PBJ/FGAWGLUI3BH5PBJ.SMALL.jpgPonchos For ChickensWell, this was an experiment…I was looking for a feasible way of keeping the neck and chin areas warm without having to resort to looking like The Winter Soldier. “So,” I thought, “what about a snood filled with heat packs?” And that’s what I did…What I used:Scrap overcoat fabricMedium weight fleece...By: Ponchos For Chickens

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 5 Dec 2014 09:02:59 PSTChainchomp Pursehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Chainchomp-Purse/
Chainchomp Purse - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 3 Dec 2014 14:42:08 PSTDIY Large Bow Capelethttp://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Large-Bow-Capelet/
DIY Large Bow Capelet - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FAC/4HWS/I38M7EKC/FAC4HWSI38M7EKC.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FAC/4HWS/I38M7EKC/FAC4HWSI38M7EKC.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FAC/4HWS/I38M7EKC/FAC4HWSI38M7EKC.SMALL.jpgMuhaiminah FaizMake this beautiful bow capelet for yourself this winter or as a Holiday gift for the special ones. This ible will show how to make this large bow capelet in few easy steps. Materials Needed To make this capelet you'll need: Fleece fabric - (2 yards), Chalk, Scissor, Sewing machine,Needle and th...By: Muhaiminah Faiz

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 3 Dec 2014 05:25:55 PSTD.I.Y Phone Pouchhttp://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Phone-Pouch/
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Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 1 Dec 2014 22:36:36 PSTTall Guy Mods: Overall Extenderhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Tall-Guy-Mods-Overall-Extender/
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http://cdn.instructables.com/FFJ/7HJI/I2TG2YKC/FFJ7HJII2TG2YKC.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FFJ/7HJI/I2TG2YKC/FFJ7HJII2TG2YKC.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FFJ/7HJI/I2TG2YKC/FFJ7HJII2TG2YKC.SMALL.jpgearz_cd"How's the weather up there?" "Did you play basketball?" "I wish I had some of your height", "It must be nice to be that tall"...just a few of the questions and comments I get almost daily. Being tall definitely has it's perks, but it's also got it's downsides - like when you smack your head on the ...By: earz_cd

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 23 Nov 2014 12:21:40 PSTDIY Custom Holiday Stockingshttp://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Custom-Holiday-Stockings/
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Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 25 Nov 2014 15:30:32 PSTStrapless firewood tarphttp://www.instructables.com/id/Strapless-firewood-tarp/
Strapless firewood tarp - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FND/VSV5/I2N6TZ1H/FNDVSV5I2N6TZ1H.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FND/VSV5/I2N6TZ1H/FNDVSV5I2N6TZ1H.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FND/VSV5/I2N6TZ1H/FNDVSV5I2N6TZ1H.SMALL.jpgearz_cdI've been looking for a better way to keep my firewood dry. I've tried some of the 'firewood tarps' purchased from the big box stores, but they're so light weight and fell apart after a few months. I recently ran across a product called 'The WOODHOOD'. It's basically a long narrow heavy duty tarp th...By: earz_cd

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 19 Nov 2014 07:55:31 PSTEasy Fur Scarfhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Fur-Scarf/
Easy Fur Scarf - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 18 Nov 2014 14:52:26 PSTNinja Turtle Hoodyhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Ninja-Turtle-Hoody/
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http://cdn.instructables.com/F8D/ZO37/I2I4BDSI/F8DZO37I2I4BDSI.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F8D/ZO37/I2I4BDSI/F8DZO37I2I4BDSI.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F8D/ZO37/I2I4BDSI/F8DZO37I2I4BDSI.SMALL.jpgZabzabHi guys, this is a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Hoody. I have made two videos for this DIY, the first one will explain how you can transform your hoody and the second one will explain how to make the pattern =D Enjoy!!!! By: Zabzab

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 15 Nov 2014 15:10:51 PSTEasy to make curtains for your sliding glass windowhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-to-make-curtains-for-your-sliding-glass-windo/
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http://cdn.instructables.com/F5E/Z25P/I2KBSA32/F5EZ25PI2KBSA32.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F5E/Z25P/I2KBSA32/F5EZ25PI2KBSA32.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F5E/Z25P/I2KBSA32/F5EZ25PI2KBSA32.SMALL.jpgjenn_hulsI wanted some new curtains for my sliding glass window, and after shopping around to find something stylish the cheapest I could find was going to set me back around $55. Curtains are actually one of the simplest sewing projects you can do. These curtains are easy to make and even someone who is jus...By: jenn_huls

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 16 Nov 2014 10:09:03 PSTsharpen your pinking shears with aluminum foilhttp://www.instructables.com/id/sharpen-your-pinking-shears-with-aluminum-foil/
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http://cdn.instructables.com/F42/1KN8/I2CV7ABV/F421KN8I2CV7ABV.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F42/1KN8/I2CV7ABV/F421KN8I2CV7ABV.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F42/1KN8/I2CV7ABV/F421KN8I2CV7ABV.SMALL.jpgjessyratfinkThis sewing tip is highly contested, but it has worked for me many times! Cutting through aluminum foil (or sandpaper!) isn't a replacement for a good professional sharpening, but a quick fix for when your pinking shears decide they don't feel like cooperating in the middle of a project. It also won...By: jessyratfink

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 11 Nov 2014 09:36:22 PSTSimple pillow cover with zipperhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-pillow-cover-with-zipper/
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http://cdn.instructables.com/FR7/TAFK/I2D6N8MR/FR7TAFKI2D6N8MR.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FR7/TAFK/I2D6N8MR/FR7TAFKI2D6N8MR.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FR7/TAFK/I2D6N8MR/FR7TAFKI2D6N8MR.SMALL.jpgStephanie SoleilI love adding splashes of color around the house and that usually means making pillow covers.This is a very simple way of making a pillow cover that would go over a new pillow insert or an old pillow you don't like anymore. The zipper makes the insert easily removable to wash the cover or simply put...By: Stephanie Soleil

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 11 Nov 2014 12:36:52 PSTHow to Sew a Set-in Sleeve With Easehttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Sew-a-Set-in-Sleeve-With-Ease/
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http://cdn.instructables.com/FFN/MHVH/I0LCNETV/FFNMHVHI0LCNETV.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FFN/MHVH/I0LCNETV/FFNMHVHI0LCNETV.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FFN/MHVH/I0LCNETV/FFNMHVHI0LCNETV.SMALL.jpgpush_resetThe armhole of the sleeve is slightly longer that the armhole of the body, this creates more volume in the sleeve cap for your shoulder and upper arm. Typically a sleeve will have anywhere from 3/4" - 1" of extra length to ease into the armhole measurement. This sleeve has about 3/4" of ease. In the...By: push_reset

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 29 Sep 2014 17:08:09 PDTHow to Make Merit Badgeshttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Merit-Badges/
How to Make Merit Badges - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 2 Nov 2014 11:28:25 PSTCanvas bag to Maker apron!http://www.instructables.com/id/Canvas-bag-to-Maker-apron/
Canvas bag to Maker apron! - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FGM/E5Q7/I1XELJG1/FGME5Q7I1XELJG1.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FGM/E5Q7/I1XELJG1/FGME5Q7I1XELJG1.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FGM/E5Q7/I1XELJG1/FGME5Q7I1XELJG1.SMALL.jpgsweeeznLearn how to make a MakerCon maker's apron . . . for making!If you're like me, you already have an overloaded pile of reusable bags. So when you get a free one, should you just add it to the pile? No, make an apron! Ready your weapons You will need:• reusable bag• seamripper• fabric scissors• hom...By: sweeezn

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 31 Oct 2014 15:21:28 PDTRolltop Waterproof Backpackhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Rolltop-Waterproof-Backpack/
Rolltop Waterproof Backpack - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FIN/HYFW/I1NUE9WE/FINHYFWI1NUE9WE.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FIN/HYFW/I1NUE9WE/FINHYFWI1NUE9WE.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FIN/HYFW/I1NUE9WE/FINHYFWI1NUE9WE.SMALL.jpgabigail-nicolehow hard is it to make a backpack? it's just a big rectangle with some straps and some other pockets, right? But when you're looking for a backpack, it's somehow impossible to find a backpack which is fully waterproof, visible, easy to see, and just the size you want. So here is a backpack I made, ...By: abigail-nicole

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 24 Oct 2014 19:58:26 PDTHand Sewn Lego Pixie Hat Or Necklacehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Hand-Sewn-Lego-Pixie-Hat-Or-Necklace/
Hand Sewn Lego Pixie Hat Or Necklace - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FVK/EXKR/I1KJNNMQ/FVKEXKRI1KJNNMQ.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FVK/EXKR/I1KJNNMQ/FVKEXKRI1KJNNMQ.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FVK/EXKR/I1KJNNMQ/FVKEXKRI1KJNNMQ.SMALL.jpgJM1999How many times have you walked past the Lego aisle in thelocal shop and looked at the Lego City theme?I know I always do it. I have always dreamed of being one of the minifigures in the set and I have also dreamed of wearing the gear they wear.Tonight I decided to make my dream come true. I dec...By: JM1999

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 20 Oct 2014 22:36:06 PDTCat Sweater with Zipper-Mouthhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Cat-Sweater-with-Zipper-Mouth/
Cat Sweater with Zipper-Mouth - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 20 Oct 2014 17:19:32 PDTUltimate Crimson Bolt Onsie D.I.Y.http://www.instructables.com/id/Ultimate-Crimson-Bolt-Onsie-DIY/
Ultimate Crimson Bolt Onsie D.I.Y. - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWM/5VA2/I1EU7OS0/FWM5VA2I1EU7OS0.SQUARE2.jpghttp://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWM/5VA2/I1EU7OS0/FWM5VA2I1EU7OS0.SQUARE.jpghttp://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWM/5VA2/I1EU7OS0/FWM5VA2I1EU7OS0.SMALL.jpgmchau2With halloween coming, crafty people like myself must be upto no good...This time with the help of my lovely mother... We present:CRIMSON BOLT Onesie costume...For those who isn't familiar with crimson bolt...Crimson Bolt is a frictional character from the James Gunn indie movie Super (2010)... The ...By: mchau2

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 20 Oct 2014 07:38:08 PDTZippable Klein Bottlehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Zippable-Klein-Bottle/
Zippable Klein Bottle - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FTA/3N45/I1FQ16E7/FTA3N45I1FQ16E7.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FTA/3N45/I1FQ16E7/FTA3N45I1FQ16E7.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FTA/3N45/I1FQ16E7/FTA3N45I1FQ16E7.SMALL.jpgMaeBerryKlein bottles are a realy interesting piece of geometry in topology. There are so many cool and interesting variations of Klein bottles that people have turned into crafts such as scarves, glass ware, and puzzles. This Klein bottle is based off of an idea from woollythoughts.com to make a zippable K...By: MaeBerry

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 19 Oct 2014 21:52:59 PDTTo Infinity and Beyond Dresshttp://www.instructables.com/id/To-Infinity-and-Beyond-Dress/
To Infinity and Beyond Dress - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FQ4/SXSD/I1GIK7EL/FQ4SXSDI1GIK7EL.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FQ4/SXSD/I1GIK7EL/FQ4SXSDI1GIK7EL.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FQ4/SXSD/I1GIK7EL/FQ4SXSDI1GIK7EL.SMALL.jpgRainbow_HanWhat is an infinity Dress? An Infinity dress is simply a dress which can be worn in many different ways. Some say it can be worn in an Infinite number of styles - It’s like the swiss army knife of the wardrobe. An Infinity Dress consists of a Skirt, a boobtube/waistband and two VERY long Scarfs whi...By: Rainbow_Han

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 19 Oct 2014 13:44:22 PDTZipper pockets in a HAT? You bet!http://www.instructables.com/id/Reversable-Hat-with-Hidden-Zipper-Pockets-Great-fo/
Zipper pockets in a HAT? You bet! - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FWU/9R7X/I1C45IBS/FWU9R7XI1C45IBS.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FWU/9R7X/I1C45IBS/FWU9R7XI1C45IBS.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FWU/9R7X/I1C45IBS/FWU9R7XI1C45IBS.SMALL.jpgryeomans1We are continually on the go and it seems as though we have more gadgets and items that need to go with us, and never enough pockets for everything. Well, I've come up with a Reversable HAT that has two hidden, zipper pockets that will help free up your hands and stow items that you don't want anyo...By: ryeomans1

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 18 Oct 2014 20:53:41 PDTEasy Giant Zipper Hoodiehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Giant-Zipper-Hoodie/
Easy Giant Zipper Hoodie - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FYF/Q5XT/I1EU1PD8/FYFQ5XTI1EU1PD8.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FYF/Q5XT/I1EU1PD8/FYFQ5XTI1EU1PD8.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FYF/Q5XT/I1EU1PD8/FYFQ5XTI1EU1PD8.SMALL.jpgbginozaDo you want a piece of clothing that's something different this fall and winter?You will be sure to wow anyone with this hoodie with a giant zipper. It's not so flashy that it looks like a costume.It's a peice of clothing that is just the right amount of unusual.Let's make it. Just a few things......By: bginoza

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 18 Oct 2014 12:38:15 PDTCherries Jubileehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Cherries-Jubilee/
Cherries Jubilee - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F7F/Q6Z6/I1FPOW2N/F7FQ6Z6I1FPOW2N.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F7F/Q6Z6/I1FPOW2N/F7FQ6Z6I1FPOW2N.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F7F/Q6Z6/I1FPOW2N/F7FQ6Z6I1FPOW2N.SMALL.jpgLaura MaeFor the past few years I have had the opportunity to volunteer for the Marin Symphony Gala, which is the perfect excuse to make an over-the-top gown (not that I need much of an excuse)!Last year I spent a lot of time hand beading a suit made of a linen/silk jacquard. The year before, I made a periw...By: Laura Mae

Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 9 Oct 2014 17:03:31 PDTAdult Car Bibhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Adult-Car-Bib/
Adult Car Bib - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 3 Oct 2014 13:51:44 PDTStuffed Barrel of Monkeyshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Stuffed-Barrel-of-Monkeys/
Stuffed Barrel of Monkeys - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FDY/XYKM/I0TV9HX5/FDYXYKMI0TV9HX5.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FDY/XYKM/I0TV9HX5/FDYXYKMI0TV9HX5.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FDY/XYKM/I0TV9HX5/FDYXYKMI0TV9HX5.SMALL.jpgwackymacsterBarrel of Monkeys played a small, but apparently memorable part of my childhood. I've been looking into simple interlocking forms for use in 3D modular printing, and was inspired to translate these toys into fabric. This instructable documents the first prototype for an upcoming art installation. ...By: wackymacster

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 5 Oct 2014 09:50:36 PDTOn the Go Bag (never loose ur stuff ever again!!)http://www.instructables.com/id/On-the-go-bag-never-loose-ur-stuff-ever-again/
On the Go Bag (never loose ur stuff ever again!!) - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FKP/3K1K/I0TV9UOG/FKP3K1KI0TV9UOG.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FKP/3K1K/I0TV9UOG/FKP3K1KI0TV9UOG.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FKP/3K1K/I0TV9UOG/FKP3K1KI0TV9UOG.SMALL.jpgmchau2Its September (October)!! For College student like myself.... School commenced, and a busy semester is about to storm its way... As a physics student I am gonna show u how to build a Hadron Collider !! haha just kidding we have more pressing issues...Some university students have a “smart phone” or ...By: mchau2

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 4 Oct 2014 14:44:00 PDTMake Your Very Own Plush Kinect!http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-You-Very-Own-Plush-Kinect/
Make Your Very Own Plush Kinect! - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 6 Nov 2011 20:06:54 PSTHow to Sew a Darthttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Sew-a-Dart/
How to Sew a Dart - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FSW/EQQV/I0R12I7K/FSWEQQVI0R12I7K.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FSW/EQQV/I0R12I7K/FSWEQQVI0R12I7K.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FSW/EQQV/I0R12I7K/FSWEQQVI0R12I7K.SMALL.jpgpush_resetWhat is a Dart? Darts are one of the most basic structural elements in dressmaking and garment construction. They are used to build, into a flat piece of fabric, a definite shape that will allow the fabric to conform to a particular body contour or curve. For the female form, darts occur most often ...By: push_reset